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Diploma in Tourism Management (Level 5)

Our unique Diploma in Tourism Management is offered in cooperation with the Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality (CTH). The qualification is endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, the world’s leading membership body for managers in the hospitality, leisure and tourism industries.

The tourism sector is one of the world’s fastest growing industries – with new destinations, new resorts and new travel options. As ever greater numbers of people have the resources to travel whether for business or pleasure. The sector with continue to grow, offering a huge range of career opportunities worldwide. A CTH tourism management qualification offers a perfect stepping-stone into this dynamic and exciting industry and a strong foundation for career success.

The diploma programme aims to provide students with a broad understanding of the operational aspects of the international tourism industry, and a knowledge of the underlying principles involved. The training combines theory studies with practical workshops, guest lectures and field trips. Free weekly English classes are included as part of the diploma, enabling students to build on their industry-specific vocabulary. In order to further enhance your training, we can also assist you with finding a work placement in a travel agency or with a tourism operator.

Upon completion of the diploma, students gain a New Zealand (NZQA) qualification, as well as a British qualification. This qualification is equivalent to the first year of a British Bachelor’s Degree, giving students the opportunity to continue with their studies for another year (Level 6) or two years (BA).

Qualification

Diploma in Tourism Management (Level 5)

Duration

  • Full-time – 1 Academic Year
Campus

  • International Students - Auckland CBD

Start Date

  • Every month

Entry Requirements

  • Level of English equivalent to IELTS of 5.0 or higher
  • High School Certificate or equivalent
  • Available to international students only

Course Content

  • Travel Geography (TG)
  • The Tourism Industry (Tourism)
  • Business Computing (Bus Comp)
  • Travel Agency and Tour Guide Operations (TATG Ops)
  • Introduction to Tourism Economics (ITE)
  • Special Interest Tourism (SIT)
  • Destination Analysis (DA)
  • Introduction to Business Operations (Bus Ops)
  • Marketing (Mktg)
  • Finance for the Travel Industry (Fin)